Orthopaedic Surgery: Arthroscopy

What is an Arthroscopy?

An instrument called an arthroscope is used by our orthopaedic Surgeon to examine joints. It can be performed on an outpatient basis in selected cases which means there is no need to stay in hospital.

Our Surgeon makes tiny incisions in the skin through which the arthoscope is inserted to examine troublesome joints. Your joint can be seen on a camera so that the Surgeon can see where the problems are , if any.

Arthroscopy is extremely useful because it means that joints can be examined and problems easily diagnosed without the need for extensive surgery. It also means that you are likely to recover much more quickly and you should have less pain because the procedure is much kinder to your tissues.

The procedure is performed in one of our hospitals in a fully equipped operating theatre.

Arthroscopy could be an option for you if you have problems with any of the following complaints:

- Swollen joints
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Ligament strains
- Cartilage problems
- Joint problems in the ankle, knee, wrist elbow and shoulder

Our Orthopedic Surgeon will discuss with you the type of anesthesia most appropriate for your arthroscopy. You can discuss general, sedation, epidural  or even local anesthetic depending on the area to be examined and your state of health.

Following your procedure you will be encouraged to rest and enjoy a recuperative break in Marbella if you are traveling outside of Spain. Our Surgeon may suggest series of light exercises to strengthen the muscles.This is very important as we will be looking to provide good stability and movement of your joints once more.

Free Consultation - the next step

The next step is to arrange a free private consultation with our Mills & Mills Orthopaedic Surgeon at a centre near you. This is easy to do. Simply call us on the number provided and we will do the rest. We will be happy to chat with you on the phone and answer any questions that you might have. We know how important this procedure is to you. It is our aim to provide you with a service second to none.

We look forward to hearing from you.